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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Suffolk County, NY

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Assisted living costs in Suffolk County average about $7,131 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 216 communities in Suffolk County. Our detailed directory has 5857 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Port Jefferson, Smithtown and Ronkonkoma.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Photo of The Curtis Home For The Aged
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
East Ridge Manor is an assisted living community located in the historic town of Meriden, CT. Situated in New Haven County, half way between New Haven and Hartford, Meriden is home to some of the most beautiful views in the state. At East Ridge Residential Care, you can be sure that the staff's...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Photo of Broadview Senior Living at Purchase, a CCRC
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Broadview — Where Care, Community, and Lifelong Learning Come TogetherHelping a loved one transition into Assisted Living or Memory Care is one of life’s bigger decisions—and you want to be sure they’ll be supported, engaged, and genuinely cared for.At Broadview, we offer just that—and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Grandell is a 278 bed facility providing 24 hour comprehensive inpatient care to adults of all ages. We are conveniently located opposite the beach at Long Beach. Many of our lounges, dining rooms and resident rooms have breathtaking Atlantic ocean views. Grandell has assumed a leadership role in...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Water’s Edge Center for Health and Rehabilitation is licensed by the State of Connecticut as a Skilled Nursing Facility, which offers separate and distinct units for Short-Term Subacute Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Hospice Care, Respite Care, as well as traditional Long Term...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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[name removed] has been several times, and mom is more alert, participating in exercises, engaging in conversations! Much improvement! The place is beautiful open, sunny, all the members are smiling, saying...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Mulberry Gardens of Southington is a not-for-profit residential assisted living community that offers a warm and caring atmosphere with an exemplary health care staff. There are 2 levels of care in our community; assisted living and our secure memory care neighborhood...
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The community was always clean and we never saw anything on the floor when we visited, even when we visited unannounced. All the staff at the community were great; they were all very responsive to our emails...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Enjoy living in our brand new over-sized apartments with wonderful views of the Long Island Sound. Willow Towers is a not-for-profit Assisted Living community, licensed by the state of New York. Willow Towers provides an elegant lifestyle, which includes gourmet meals by our Johnson and Wales...
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Luther Ridge at Middletown
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Assisted Living at Luther Ridge means affordability, comfort, security, and community. Brand new private studio apartments have a separate bedroom area, modern kitchen, emergency pull cord, and 24-hour concierge for security and response. Each has a large bathroom with walk-in shower and bench....
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
DID YOU KNOW THAT ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE IS TREATABLE? WE DO. While presently there is no cure, the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias can be managed and reduced. At Hearthstone Alzheimer Care, we know how to do this better than anyone else. The direct care services we provide...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Suffolk County, NY

The average cost of senior living in Suffolk County is $7,131 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Queens County, NY with an average of $5,992 per month.

Assisted living costs in Suffolk County, NY, vs. nearby counties

Suffolk County, NY
$7,131/mo

Assisted living costs in Suffolk County, NY, vs. state and national averages

Suffolk County, NY
$7,131/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Suffolk County, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,131/mo
$8,717/mo

Assisted living costs in Suffolk County, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,231/mo
Studio
$6,170/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,556/mo

Senior living costs in Suffolk County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Suffolk County, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSuffolk County, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$7,131/mo$6,817/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,717/mo$8,640/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,417/mo$3,974/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Suffolk County, NY:$7,131/mo
New York:$6,817/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Suffolk County, NY:$8,717/mo
New York:$8,640/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Suffolk County, NY:$4,417/mo
New York:$3,974/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Suffolk County, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Suffolk County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Suffolk County, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Suffolk County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Suffolk County, NY$6,595/mo$6,671/mo-1.1%
New York$6,592/mo$6,333/mo+4.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Suffolk County, NY
2024 average cost:$6,595/mo
2023 average cost:$6,671/mo
Percent change:-1.1%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,592/mo
2023 average cost:$6,333/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Suffolk County, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Suffolk County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Suffolk County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Suffolk County

The Bristal at East Northport

4.5
The staff at the East Northport Bristal is always kind. They always have a smile on their faces and are genuinely sweet and loving to my mom. The facility is ALWAYS spotless and beautiful to live in or visit. The only area I see occasional improvement for is the food. It is not always hot and ...
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The Bristal at East Meadow

5.0
I have toured many assisted living before deciding to place my family member here. I am so pleased with the decision! You can tell the management truly cares about us and it stems off into all the other workers. [Name removed] went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and I would ...
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3030 Park, a CCRC in Bridgeport, CT

5.0
My mom moved into assisted living at the Watermark after nearly 60 years living in her home, the last 36 years by herself. While it was a major life event for my mom, the Watermark made it an exceptionally smooth transition. They arranged and paid for the move, the movers were efficient and ...
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Suffolk County review score based on 865 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 865 reviews of 216 Suffolk County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Suffolk County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Suffolk County review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Suffolk County, NY216 facilities
8.8
Nassau County, NY177 facilities
8.3
Queens County, NY501 facilities

Review subcategories for Suffolk County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 865 reviews of 216 Suffolk County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Suffolk County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Suffolk County, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.1
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
3.0
3.1
Activities
3.0
3.1
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
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Suffolk County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Suffolk County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Suffolk County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Suffolk County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Suffolk County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Suffolk County, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.7%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.7%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.1%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Suffolk County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Suffolk County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Suffolk County, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.7%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.4%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Suffolk County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Suffolk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Suffolk County, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
54.2%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Suffolk County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Suffolk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Suffolk County, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.7%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.9%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.2%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Suffolk County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Suffolk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Suffolk County, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.9%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.3%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.6%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.1%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.9%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.2%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.4%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.6%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
59.3%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
44.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.7%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.6%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Suffolk County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Suffolk County protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Atria East Northport, Sunrise of East Setauket and Netherbay at Bay Shore are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Suffolk County, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 216 assisted living facilities near Suffolk County, New York. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Suffolk County, New York are Atria Stamford, Esplanade of Woodmere and Spring Village at Stratford. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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